Find the right style to suit your outdoor space.
Southerners love abeautiful garden.
And while plants will always be the spotlight, your garden fence deserves some love too.
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Done right, a fence can stylistically tie together a garden and really help it shine.
From rustic, modern, vintage, or classic cottage character, theres afence styleto meet your needs.
To get you started, weve gathered 20 garden fence ideas from across the South to help inspire you.
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Bring on Barnhouse Style
This plain white fence harks back to simple times.
Add farmhouse character with a simple white ranch rail fence.
Make it Lush
Who said your vegetation can’t extend to the garden fence?
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Maximize your garden’s greenery and privacy with a common hedge plant like boxwood or yew.
Stick to Natural Wood
Natural wood embodies the feeling of easy-going, sun-kissed days in a hammock.
This style pairs well with other wood elements, such as furniture or trees.
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Cherish Rustic Charm
This log fence is as simple as it gets.
Without wood stain, the natural color of the wood will shine.
For a lighter look, opt for pine or spruce wood.
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Redwood and cypress are excellent darker-colored options.
The result is a stunning modern-vintage feel.
Pair it with low-blooming flowers for a picturesque gardenscape.
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Achieve the same look of your dreams without a bi-yearly paint job.
Install a Wood Trellis
A trellis pulls double duty as both a plant aid and fence.
Match Stone with Your Siding
Stone is a wonderfully versatile material.
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These homeowners paired different warm-toned stones to compliment the tan siding.
With the help of a red fence door and scattered red accents, the garden’s style is cohesive.
Modernize the Picket Fence
The American-dream white picket fence seems to be all the rage right now.
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This fence throws a twist on the classic with an edgier shape.
Extend the trend to your garden with a dark wooden fence.
Mix it Up with Horizontal Panels
Everyone uses vertical panels, so why not switch it up?
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Horizontal panels create continuity with other horizontal surfaces, such as overhanging shades.
“They are a terrific tool for establishing a sense of place and creating intimacy and enclosure.
A thoughtfully chosen fence can reflect and enhance a gardens design.
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Finally, garden fences can be a helpful tool in keeping curious critters from snacking on your garden goodies.
A stout, well cared for fence can be a helpful deterrent when the bunnies come to call!”
“It all comes down to purpose.
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“To prevent pests like rabbits, youll want a solid fence thats between 2-3 high.
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